Matter
The foundation for connected things.
Overview
Matter is not a smart home platform itself, but rather a connectivity standard that smart home platforms and devices can adopt. Developed by the Connectivity Standards Alliance (formerly the Zigbee Alliance), with backing from major tech companies like Apple, Google, and Amazon, Matter aims to solve the problem of device interoperability in the smart home. By using a common application layer, Matter devices will be able to work together seamlessly, regardless of the manufacturer or the smart home ecosystem they are a part of.
✨ Key Features
- Open-source and royalty-free connectivity standard
- Aims to unify the smart home industry
- Works over Thread and Wi-Fi
- Focus on reliability, security, and simplicity
- Backed by major technology companies
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Broad industry support from major tech companies
- Open-source and royalty-free
- Focus on creating a unified and interoperable smart home
Unique Value: A unified and interoperable smart home where devices from different brands work together seamlessly.
🎯 Use Cases (3)
✅ Best For
- Seamlessly adding a new Matter-certified device to multiple smart home platforms simultaneously.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- As a standalone smart home control system (it is a standard, not a platform).
🏆 Alternatives
Aims to replace the current fragmented landscape of competing and incompatible smart home protocols.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
Free tier: Matter is a standard, so there are no direct costs for consumers. Costs are associated with purchasing Matter-certified devices.
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